SEN Teaching Assistant

Can you use your experience and knowledge of SEND to help children and young people to develop a range of skills the classroom?

Are you passionate about supporting young people in an inclusive way and looking for a new challenge?

Chalk are recruiting for a SEN Support Assistant to start asap in a school in Chester - the post is Mon - Fri, 8.30-3.30pm

Job Description

This Teaching Assistant role will involve supporting SEND children in the classroom as well as at lunch and break times.

You will be required to assist with personal care while maintaining the pupil’s dignity. You will work closely with the class teacher supporting the children across various activities, while providing a happy and safe learning environment.

This role will suit a positive mentor who is resilient and flexible. The school provides excellent facilities and services. You will work closely with the class teacher assisting with lessons and activities while providing a happy and safe learning environment for the pupils

To be considered for this Behaviour Mentor role you will need:

· Experience supporting young people with SEMH/Challenging behaviour

· Ideal would be De-escalation / positive handling training

· A positive attitude and flexible approach

Additional requirements:

o References confirming suitability for role

o Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service

o Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
• Continual professional development through online training
• Competitive pay rates related to your experience
• Opportunities within a range of schools and provision
• Refer a friend bonus with £150 in vouchers

Contact Hannah on 07730679539 for more information